Watercolor illustration of Cénoletidé du Chili (Rhyncholestes raphanurus)

Cénoletidé du Chili

Rhyncholestes raphanurus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Comadrejita Trompuda
French Cénoletidé du Chili
German Chilenische Opossummaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cénoletidé du Chili?
The scientific name of Cénoletidé du Chili is Rhyncholestes raphanurus. It belongs to the genus Rhyncholestes.
What is the conservation status of Cénoletidé du Chili?
Cénoletidé du Chili (Rhyncholestes raphanurus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Cénoletidé du Chili belong to?
Cénoletidé du Chili (Rhyncholestes raphanurus) belongs to the genus Rhyncholestes, which is part of the taxonomic family Caenolestidae.
What kingdom does Cénoletidé du Chili belong to?
Cénoletidé du Chili (Rhyncholestes raphanurus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

Genus Rhyncholestes — 1 Species

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Cénoletidé du Chili
Rhyncholestes raphanurus
NT

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